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TheMonitor
Keeping the Pulse on the Oklahoma Medical Reserve Corps • Vol. 3, Issue 3 – Fall 2008
PRSRT STD
US POSTAGE
PAID
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
PERMIT No. 1078
Oklahoma Medical Reserve Corps
1111 Classen Drive
Oklahoma City, OK 73103
1
8
TheMonitor
Volunteers Building Strong, Healthy And Prepared Communities!
In This Fall 2008 Edition: 5th Annual Prepardness Month
FRONT PAGE
Plan, Prepare & Be Informed...............................................................................................................Cover, Page 2
What To Do When Disaster Strikes .....................................................................................................Cover, Page 2
FRIENDS IN FOCUS
Volunteer Lee Daniel ....................................................................................................................................... Page 3
VITAL STEPS
El Paso Hosts 4th Annual Regional MRC Meeting in October...................................................................... Page 4
OKMRC Gains Three New Units................................................................................................................... Page 5
MRC PARTNERS’ POINTS
Local News from Oklahoma City County Health Dept., Tulsa Health Dept., ONA ..................................... Page 6
MRC Crossword Puzzle Answers from Summer 2008 Newsletter ................................................................ Page 6
POST THIS SCHEDULE!
MRC’s Quarterly Events & Training Calendar............................................................................................... Page 7
For more information please visit the Oklahoma Medical Reserve Corps Web site at www.okmrc.org
The MRC Monitor is published quarterly by the Oklahoma Medical Reserve Corps,
1111 Classen Drive, Oklahoma City, OK, 73103 USA. All rights reserved.
WHAT TO DO WHEN DISASTER STRIKES
Get a Kit
When preparing for a possible emergency situation, it is important to think first about the basic needs of survival: fresh water, food, clean air and warmth.
Water: one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation
Food: at least a three-day supply of
non-perishable food
Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both
Flashlight and extra batteries
First aid kit
Whistle to signal for help
Dust mask: to help filter contaminated air Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)
Local maps
Items for Consideration
• Prescription medications and glasses
• Infant formula and diapers
• Pet food and extra water for your pet
• Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container
• Cash or traveler’s checks and change
• Emergency reference material such as a first aid book or information from www.ready.gov
• Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person. Consider additional bedding if you live in a cold-weather climate.
• Complete change of clothing including a long sleeved shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes. Consider additional clothing if you live in a cold-weather climate.
• Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper – When diluted nine parts water to one part bleach, bleach can be used as a disinfectant. Or in an emergency, you can use it to treat water by using 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use scented, color safe or bleaches with added cleaners.
• Fire extinguisher
• Matches in a waterproof container
• Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items
• Mess kits, paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, paper towels
• Paper and pencil
• Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children (continued on page 2)
National Preparedness Month stands as a nationwide effort every September to encourage people to prepare for emergencies in their homes, businesses and schools. Coordinated events provide Americans with information about preparing themselves, their families and their communities for emergencies, including natural disasters and potential terrorist threats. Activities across the nation encourage individuals to get an emergency supply kit, make a family emergency plan and be informed about the different threats that may affect them.
The Oklahoma Office of Homeland Security (OKOHS) and its partners launched National Preparedness Month 2008 at the Tulsa Zoo’s 7th annual “Behaviors Gone Wild” event on August 30. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, National Preparedness Month 2008 works with hundreds of national, regional, state and local organizations to increase public awareness about the importance of preparing for emergencies and to encourage individuals to take action. Throughout September, Homeland Security will work with a wide variety of organizations, including local, state and federal government agencies and the private sector, to highlight the importance of family emergency preparedness and promote involvement.
“In Oklahoma, we have to be prepared for anything,” said
Brook Arbeitman, Public Affairs Coordinator for OKOHS. “Whether Mother Nature delivers snow, ice, floods, summer heat, or some other kind of emergency like a house fire, preparation is the key to getting back on your feet.”
“Everyone has a personal responsibility to ensure that their family is prepared for the unexpected,” said OKMRC State Administrator Kendal Darby. “Through these united nationwide efforts, the Department of Homeland Security, MRC and the National Preparedness Month Coalition encourage all Americans to be ready before emergencies happen.”
Oklahomans can take simple steps to be prepared for a myriad of natural or man-made disasters.
“Remember, it’s not the events that are disasters, it’s their impact and aftermath,” said Darby. “Every citizen has the potential to be a first responder and must be prepared to do so. Their family, neighbors and community are counting on it.”
In September, and all year round, OKOHS and MRC encourages Oklahomans to get ready whether at home, work or school by taking these three simple steps: 1) get a kit, 2) have a plan and 3) be informed.
“Disasters can happen at any time,” explained Arbeitman. “They can be large or small. Being proactive and taking the initiative to get prepared can make life during and after a disaster much easier for you, your family, your coworkers, friends and neighbors.”
At the official Tulsa Zoo kick-off, booths are set up throughout the zoo. Every child that visits the zoo will receive an event “Passport” which they will take to all the booths and receive a stamp. After the Passport is filled, children will be entered to win a grand prize. Radio Disney and OKOHS are sponsoring hours of fun and entertainment from noon to 4 p.m. with plenty of free activities like face painting, temporary tattoos, live performance on stage as well as zoo keeper demonstrations.
OKOHS, with the help of volunteers from partner organizations, will be distributing preparedness information, activity books and stickers to the children in addition to other great giveaways throughout National Preparedness Month:
Flashlight Radio Giveaway -- OKOHS will be giving away 2,000
(continued on page 2)
PLAN,
PREPARE &
BE INFORMED
5th Annual National Preparedness Month Kicks Off, Touts New Coalition Partners, Family Events

TheMonitor
Keeping the Pulse on the Oklahoma Medical Reserve Corps • Vol. 3, Issue 3 – Fall 2008
PRSRT STD
US POSTAGE
PAID
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
PERMIT No. 1078
Oklahoma Medical Reserve Corps
1111 Classen Drive
Oklahoma City, OK 73103
1
8
TheMonitor
Volunteers Building Strong, Healthy And Prepared Communities!
In This Fall 2008 Edition: 5th Annual Prepardness Month
FRONT PAGE
Plan, Prepare & Be Informed...............................................................................................................Cover, Page 2
What To Do When Disaster Strikes .....................................................................................................Cover, Page 2
FRIENDS IN FOCUS
Volunteer Lee Daniel ....................................................................................................................................... Page 3
VITAL STEPS
El Paso Hosts 4th Annual Regional MRC Meeting in October...................................................................... Page 4
OKMRC Gains Three New Units................................................................................................................... Page 5
MRC PARTNERS’ POINTS
Local News from Oklahoma City County Health Dept., Tulsa Health Dept., ONA ..................................... Page 6
MRC Crossword Puzzle Answers from Summer 2008 Newsletter ................................................................ Page 6
POST THIS SCHEDULE!
MRC’s Quarterly Events & Training Calendar............................................................................................... Page 7
For more information please visit the Oklahoma Medical Reserve Corps Web site at www.okmrc.org
The MRC Monitor is published quarterly by the Oklahoma Medical Reserve Corps,
1111 Classen Drive, Oklahoma City, OK, 73103 USA. All rights reserved.
WHAT TO DO WHEN DISASTER STRIKES
Get a Kit
When preparing for a possible emergency situation, it is important to think first about the basic needs of survival: fresh water, food, clean air and warmth.
Water: one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation
Food: at least a three-day supply of
non-perishable food
Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both
Flashlight and extra batteries
First aid kit
Whistle to signal for help
Dust mask: to help filter contaminated air Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)
Local maps
Items for Consideration
• Prescription medications and glasses
• Infant formula and diapers
• Pet food and extra water for your pet
• Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container
• Cash or traveler’s checks and change
• Emergency reference material such as a first aid book or information from www.ready.gov
• Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person. Consider additional bedding if you live in a cold-weather climate.
• Complete change of clothing including a long sleeved shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes. Consider additional clothing if you live in a cold-weather climate.
• Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper – When diluted nine parts water to one part bleach, bleach can be used as a disinfectant. Or in an emergency, you can use it to treat water by using 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use scented, color safe or bleaches with added cleaners.
• Fire extinguisher
• Matches in a waterproof container
• Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items
• Mess kits, paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, paper towels
• Paper and pencil
• Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children (continued on page 2)
National Preparedness Month stands as a nationwide effort every September to encourage people to prepare for emergencies in their homes, businesses and schools. Coordinated events provide Americans with information about preparing themselves, their families and their communities for emergencies, including natural disasters and potential terrorist threats. Activities across the nation encourage individuals to get an emergency supply kit, make a family emergency plan and be informed about the different threats that may affect them.
The Oklahoma Office of Homeland Security (OKOHS) and its partners launched National Preparedness Month 2008 at the Tulsa Zoo’s 7th annual “Behaviors Gone Wild” event on August 30. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, National Preparedness Month 2008 works with hundreds of national, regional, state and local organizations to increase public awareness about the importance of preparing for emergencies and to encourage individuals to take action. Throughout September, Homeland Security will work with a wide variety of organizations, including local, state and federal government agencies and the private sector, to highlight the importance of family emergency preparedness and promote involvement.
“In Oklahoma, we have to be prepared for anything,” said
Brook Arbeitman, Public Affairs Coordinator for OKOHS. “Whether Mother Nature delivers snow, ice, floods, summer heat, or some other kind of emergency like a house fire, preparation is the key to getting back on your feet.”
“Everyone has a personal responsibility to ensure that their family is prepared for the unexpected,” said OKMRC State Administrator Kendal Darby. “Through these united nationwide efforts, the Department of Homeland Security, MRC and the National Preparedness Month Coalition encourage all Americans to be ready before emergencies happen.”
Oklahomans can take simple steps to be prepared for a myriad of natural or man-made disasters.
“Remember, it’s not the events that are disasters, it’s their impact and aftermath,” said Darby. “Every citizen has the potential to be a first responder and must be prepared to do so. Their family, neighbors and community are counting on it.”
In September, and all year round, OKOHS and MRC encourages Oklahomans to get ready whether at home, work or school by taking these three simple steps: 1) get a kit, 2) have a plan and 3) be informed.
“Disasters can happen at any time,” explained Arbeitman. “They can be large or small. Being proactive and taking the initiative to get prepared can make life during and after a disaster much easier for you, your family, your coworkers, friends and neighbors.”
At the official Tulsa Zoo kick-off, booths are set up throughout the zoo. Every child that visits the zoo will receive an event “Passport” which they will take to all the booths and receive a stamp. After the Passport is filled, children will be entered to win a grand prize. Radio Disney and OKOHS are sponsoring hours of fun and entertainment from noon to 4 p.m. with plenty of free activities like face painting, temporary tattoos, live performance on stage as well as zoo keeper demonstrations.
OKOHS, with the help of volunteers from partner organizations, will be distributing preparedness information, activity books and stickers to the children in addition to other great giveaways throughout National Preparedness Month:
Flashlight Radio Giveaway -- OKOHS will be giving away 2,000
(continued on page 2)
PLAN,
PREPARE &
BE INFORMED
5th Annual National Preparedness Month Kicks Off, Touts New Coalition Partners, Family Events